How to Fine-Tune Llama on RunPod for Under $50: A Hands-On Guide
A complete walkthrough for fine-tuning Llama 3.1 8B on RunPod using LoRA and Unsloth. Real costs, real commands, and the exact pod configuration that kept my total spend under $50.
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A complete walkthrough for fine-tuning Llama 3.1 8B on RunPod using LoRA and Unsloth. Real costs, real commands, and the exact pod configuration that kept my total spend under $50.
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